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I just got my car painted about a week now and they definitely do not know how to detail. Don`t want to rant just want to know how to start this detail. Should I start with wet sanding or just jump into compounding? After wash, clay, and decontamination of course

I know that all of the headlight restoration kits and all of the write ups on here require sanding but, we don`t sand the paint when correcting. Is it necessary to sand? wouldn`t we get the same outcome if we machine compounded and then polished and protected? I did this on a set of headlights...

I'm trading my Hitachi because I don't use it. It works fine but is just sitting in my garage and thought someone on here could put it to good use. Comes with backing plate. Willing to trade for other detailing products or dual action polisher. As Autopia is a "For Trade" only forum this...

How do you guys clean your rags? Do u use detergent,bleach, just water?

I'm ready to get my car detailed. Looking to get the exterior done. Lots of swirls and repaint. Not a show car but looking to bring back some of the beauty. I have a 96 Chevy Impala SS. Not really looking to travel too far because i would have to leave it with you.Unless theres a mall near by.

I'm looking to buy a foam gun.What are the differences and what is best? Anyone have one for sale? paypal ready:bigups

Well not exactly my 1st but my first attempt after researching this site.I thought i knew how to detail but i was just wasting my time and "stealing" peoples money. I say that because i was doing a ****** job.Swirl marks everywhere. I was doing it by hand. I just started a thread asking for a...

Anybody have an extra or older pc for sale? Locally prefered but can paypal.

I'm interested in getting my car detailed and was wondering what is a typical price for an exterior job on a black car. The paint has lots of swirls and scratches also looks like a re-paint. Dont think it needs claying but i could be wrong. I'm talking about a full exterior detailing.Theres a...

Its going to be nice the next few days. If anyone around the philly ares is detailing there car and doesnt mind me watching and getting a few pointers, PLEASE let me know. I'll bring the beer and cheese steaks. LOL

I'm new to this forum and noticed alot of threads mentioning "DAWN" Is everybody talking about the dish washing soap?Why?

I have a BLACK impala that needs a serious detailing inside and out.My question is for the exterior though.Can i get a black car to look as good without using power tools? CAN IT BE DONE BY HAND. Obviously its going to take more time but i'm willing to try it.What should i use?I use (dont laugh)...

Hello everyone. Rick from philly. 35yo. I drive a 1996-black-impala SS and i really need help with detailing and which products to use.So that is why i joined this forum.I know i will find some great input here. I'd like to thank u all in advance. Rick